Literary sensation in Goßfelden: Andreas Schäfer designs new worlds!

Literary sensation in Goßfelden: Andreas Schäfer designs new worlds!

In the quiet town of Lahntal-Goßfelden, the writer Andreas Schäfer, who recently moved into the historic Otto Ubbelohde House, has experienced exciting developments in his creative work. In the midst of scholarships that support artists in their passion, Schäfer finds space for inspiration and new ideas. His latest novel is already taking shape and gives an idea of ​​the complexity of his previous works.

Schäfer, who previously made a name for himself as a journalist, has always aspired to be a writer. Since his debut in 2002, he has published several novels and remains active in other areas, such as the theater and radio worlds. The 55-year-old can look back on an impressive range of creative expressions and draws new inspiration from his surroundings every day.

Insights into creative development

In a recent interview, Schäfer described a remarkable scene from his new novel, in which a nine-year-old daughter of a painter appears. The girl's very own experiences and the spellbound atmosphere he creates suggest complex and profound stories.

The enthusiasm for his art is unmistakable. Andreas Schäfer emphasizes that it is necessary to have great passion for what you do. This dedication is also evident in his lyrics, which are often characterized by a fine sense of atmosphere and subtext.

The “Two Ravens” scholarship, which includes a monthly income of 2,500 euros, enables him to concentrate fully on his writing projects. There was a lot of competition when it came to awarding the scholarship, with around 70 applications. The jury, consisting of prominent authors, found that Schäfer was the suitable candidate.

The Otto Ubbelohde House where he resides has a deep-rooted history and is now operated as a museum. Schäfer not only finds a creative break there, but also a connection to the past that regularly inspires him. Like his predecessors, he has already noticed the “good spirit of the house”, which supports him in his writing.

An important inspiration for his stories are people, who are shaped by their experiences and feelings. He asks the question of how one deals with guilt, suffering and forgiveness in life. This is particularly clear in his writing about family issues, such as the father-son relationship, which concerns him out of inner necessity. Schäfer believes that one's potential in life should be exploited as much as possible - a philosophy that he also implements in his creative work.

The connection between personal and universal themes in his stories has also made him comparable to internationally recognized writers in the literary world. Nevertheless, Schäfer does not see this comparison as pressure, but rather as an incentive to work even more ambitiously on his projects.

In the remaining months of his stay at the Ubbelohde House, he plans to further expand his ideas and integrate new perspectives into his stories. He particularly values ​​this artistic freedom.

Further insights into his creative processes and current projects can be found in a detailed report on www.op-marburg.de be read.